A communications failure between photovoltaic parks and the Distribution Control Centre sent inaccurate production readings to grid operators on Friday, causing outages in several parts of Cyprus.
The precise cause of the technical fault remains under investigation, although alternative arrangements are now maintaining a continuous electricity supply.
Incorrect solar production data
Chara Kousiappa, spokesperson for the Cyprus Transmission System Operator, told CNA that communication between photovoltaic parks and the Distribution Control Centre had been interrupted.
As a result, the operator received incorrect readings regarding the amount of electricity being generated by the solar parks.
Load shedding was carried out in six stages, affecting several areas across the island.
Alternative arrangements maintain supply
Kousiappa confirmed that electricity supply had been restored but stressed that the underlying technical problem had not yet been resolved.
Alternative arrangements have been put in place to ensure that electricity continues to be supplied while investigations continue.
She added that no difficulties are expected in meeting demand later on Friday, when photovoltaic installations are no longer generating electricity. Sufficient production capacity is available to cover demand for the remainder of the day.
Source: CNA
